Empowering Interior Designers:

The NCIDQ Practicum Mock Exam, Third Edition by David Kent Ballast, offers invaluable preparation for aspiring interior designers seeking licensure through the NCIDQ. This guide simulates the actual PRAC, providing a realistic testing experience to assess your readiness and identify areas for improvement.

Target Audience:

• Interior designers pursuing NCIDQ licensure
• Individuals preparing for the NCIDQ Practicum Exam
• Recent graduates of interior design programs

Key Focus:

• Realistic Exam Simulation: Experience the PRAC format firsthand with 120 multiple-choice questions divided into three case studies, mirroring the actual exam's difficulty and content areas.
• In-Depth Explanations: Gain valuable insights into effective problem-solving through detailed solutions for each question, reinforcing key concepts and exam-taking strategies.
• Aligned with NCIDQ Specifications: Ensure you're studying the right material with content aligned with the current PRAC exam blueprint, covering essential areas like programming, planning, code requirements, and contract documents.
• Practical Application Focus: Develop the essential problem-solving skills needed for real-world interior design practice by tackling scenarios that reflect practical applications of knowledge.

Content Highlights:

• Mastering Programming & Planning: Hone your skills in defining project requirements, crafting space plans, and selecting appropriate materials and finishes.
• Demystifying Codes & Regulations: Gain confidence in applying relevant building codes, accessibility standards, and environmental regulations.
• Understanding Building Systems Integration: Learn how interior design elements interact with structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in Construction Documentation: Develop expertise in creating and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Essential Professional Practice Knowledge: Explore key aspects of professional conduct, ethics, and business practices for interior designers.

Key Takeaways:

• Identify your strengths and weaknesses by taking this realistic mock exam.
• Gain valuable insights into effective problem-solving approaches with detailed explanations.
• Develop practical application skills crucial for success in the field.
• Focus on the most relevant topics with content aligned to the current PRAC blueprint.

Strengths:

• Realistic and comprehensive mock exam experience.
• In-depth solutions for all questions, boosting understanding and application.
• Alignment with the current NCIDQ PRAC exam specifications.
• Emphasis on practical application and problem-solving skills.
• Authored by a licensed architect and NCIDQ certificate holder.